Safety 2012 Proceedings

560 Implications of the Aging Workforce (B-E)

Instructor: Nan Austin, Australian Red Cross Blood Service, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Description: Do mature workers have more injuries than other workers? Do mature workers cost you more money? What are the benefits of retaining mature workers? What do you need to do now to maintain an effective workforce given the aging population, retirement of baby boomers and increase in the prevalence of chronic disease.

Level: B E