Research Handbook on Older Workers and Occupational Health and Safety

This timely Research Handbook provides a comprehensive overview of how aging affects occupational health and safety. Experts explore global trends and scientific theories on workplace aging to gain deeper insight into underlying issues in the field and identify areas for improvement. This Research Handbook contains practical information on how to create a healthy and safe environment for older workers across different sectors, based on case studies and early intervention research. Pairing empirical investigations and theoretical perspectives, authors analyze how aging affects work ability, occupational health, and safety in the workplace. Topics covered include international rules and regulations on aging, the role of age in remote and hybrid work, and a recipe for successful aging. Ultimately, it sheds light on the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace as older workers comprise a substantial part of the workforce. This Research Handbook is an important read for scholars and students of human resource management, organizational and occupational psychology, and sociology and social policy. It is also a beneficial resource for employers, employees, and policymakers.