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Document ID (ISN)108396
CIS number 08-873
ISSN - Serial title 0271-3586 - American Journal of Industrial Medicine
Year 2008
Convention or series no.
Author(s) Silverstein M.
Title Meeting the challenges of an aging workforce
Bibliographic information Apr. 2008, Vol.51, No.4, p.269-280. Illus. 51 ref.
Abstract The percentage of workers 55 years and older in the United States is increasing. These workers are often the most skilled and productive employees, but in some respects also the most vulnerable. The literature on aging and work was reviewed, including that concerning demographic trends, physical and cognitive changes, safety and performance, work ability and retirement patterns. Older workers have more serious, but less frequent, workplace injuries and illnesses than younger ones. There is evidence that many of these problems can be prevented and their consequences reduced by anticipating the physical and cognitive changes of age. Many employers are aware that such efforts are necessary, but most have not yet addressed them. Other findings are discussed.
Descriptors (primary) older workers; ageing; ergonomics; work organization
Descriptors (secondary) literature survey; USA; cognitive performance; work capacity; social aspects; motivation; experience; age-linked differences; psychology of work organization
Document type D - Periodical articles
Country / State or ProvinceUSA
Subject(s) Generalities
Broad subject area(s) Industries and occupations
Browse category(ies) Ergonomics
Older workers