Age, Health And Work

摘要

1. Ageing is inevitable, but its effects on on an employee's ability to work are not consistent 2. Reduced ability to work in older employees is probably more likely to result from illness or injury leading to acquired disability rather than directly as a result of decline in performance. However, knowledge about the level of decline in cognitive function in the older working age groups is weak and physical decline is likely to be more important in manual jobs 3. It is important to remember that age discrimination can occur at both ends of the spectrum, with stereotypes about young people potentially being just as harmful as those about their older colleagues 4. Adaptations for problems should be made collaboratively with employees, taking into account individual difficulties and preferences 5. Flexible working helps all employees manage their work-life balance 6. Support and being valued are important for employees of all ages 7. Workability is a useful concept in supporting workers throughout their working lives.