Aged Employees and The Workplace Environment

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Vysoká škola báňská - Technická univerzita Ostrava

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This article explores workplace safety dynamics amid demographic shifts, highlighting the increase in aged workers. It addresses their unique safety challenges, particularly with machinery. The article examines the physical and cognitive effects of ageing on safety and technological adaptation. Findings show aged workers' experience reduces risks but highlights challenges with new technologies and complacency. It suggests tailored training, ergonomic adjustments, and health strategies to support the ageing workforce.

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ageing workforce, workplace safety, complacency, technology adaptation, machinery evolution

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Sborník vědeckých prací Vysoké školy báňské - Technické univerzity Ostrava. Řada bezpečnostní inženýrství. 2024, roč. 19, č. 1, s. 30-37 : il.