Solutions for an Aging Workforce   What is an older worker? Statistically, an older worker is a worker over the age of 45. Why do older workers stay or return to the workplace? Economic necessity No mandatory retirement age Better long-term health and increased life expectancy means people remain in the workforce longer than in previous generations Uncertain economic climate may force people to work later in life The employer may need the expertise or maturity of an older worker A limited labour pool attracts retired and semi-retired people back into the workforce. Are older workers different than other workers? Older workers may have physical or mental changes that put them at an increased risk for injuries. For example, as people age their eyesight or hearing may diminish, they may have reduced mobility, or their reaction times may decrease. They can be more prone to fatigue and to [...]