Aging Workers

Cincinnati — Busy workdays can trigger mental overload, but employees may increase their focus – and prevent injuries – by “checking in” with themselves,...

What role does ergonomic design play in retaining an aging industrial workforce?

New York — Workers in older generations are more likely than their younger colleagues to feel confident in their ability to de-escalate potentially violent situations, results of a recent survey show.

Ann Arbor, MI — People who choose to work beyond the traditional retirement age report experiencing physical and mental health benefits at a higher percentage than their slightly younger counterparts.

Hartford, CT — Although the frequency of workplace injuries has decreased in recent years, the average recovery time for those injuries has increased, according to a new report from insurance provider The Travelers Cos.

St. Louis — Older workers who volunteer – even in small amounts – can experience slower biological aging, according to a recent study.

Oulu, Finland — Premature menopause can limit how long women stay in the workforce, results of a recent study by Finnish researchers shows.

Portsmouth, England — Frequent musculoskeletal pain may lead people to retire or leave the workforce early, results of a recent study by British researchers show.

Bethesda, MD — Better physical mobility can lead not only to longer working years but also to higher income, results of a recent study led by National Institutes of Health researchers show.

Silver Spring, MD — Recognizing the importance of older workers in the construction industry, CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training has developed a series of resources for them.