Aging workforce - Articles

PODCAST | Shadows on the Job Site

Unmasking fake credentials and managing the modern safety leadership gap

May 21, 2026

On the latest episode of ISHN’s podcast, Simon Goncharenko dissects the dual challenges of fraudulent site access and the massive generational knowledge transfer currently facing the workforce.

Ergonomic Assist Devices Can Support an Aging Industrial Workforce

Ellie Gabel

January 22, 2026

Industrial environments frequently involve lifting, pushing, pulling, overhead reaching and prolonged standing. Ergonomic strategies focus on fitting the job to the worker rather than expecting the worker to adapt endlessly to the job.

When Mobility Isn’t a Given: Bridging the Evacuation Gap for an Aging Workforce

Rob Marshall

July 15, 2025

With the workforce demographics changing drastically over the past decade, it’s imperative for EHS managers and safety teams to rethink evacuation planning

Safety considerations for older employees in the construction industry

Katie Brenneman

May 17, 2023

If you’re in a leadership role, it’s essential to implement safety considerations that take age into account, so you can keep your employees safe on the job.

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How to prepare for rise in cancer rates

Survey on work-related exposure in EU to be published this year

Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP

February 6, 2023

Within the coming decades, lifetime cancer risk i.e., cancer incidence in the U.S. will increase 50%-70% mainly because of population growth and an aging population.

4 things construction companies can do to optimize safety training for Gen Z

Safety rests on the quality of our training

Shawn Smith

November 1, 2022

Most construction leaders recognize the dangers of their profession – and how inadequate safety training contributes to that danger. But establishing a comprehensive training program isn’t easy, especially with a cross-generational workforce.

Protecting your aging workforce should be a priority

Dr. Kevan Orvitz

May 13, 2021

People are working longer for many reasons, including the need or desire to continue generating income and the inability to afford early retirement.. Regardless of their motivation, these employees have decades of experience, and it shows in the wear and tear on their bodies and joints.

A step up: Returning to work for at-risk employees

Dr. Kevan Orvitz

July 20, 2020

For our returning US workforce, recognizing employees’ personal comfort on the job has never been more significant — especially for at-risk employees.

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Safety’s generation gap

Young & older pros have different values

Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP

February 3, 2020

The U.S. workforce is now composed of four generations: Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. Age ranges for these generations in 2019 were: boomers (55-73); Gen X (39-54); Millennials (23-38); and Gen Z (6-22).

Safety and health trends for 2020

November 22, 2019

As we enter a new decade, occupational safety and health professionals have a lot to consider. From demographic changes and new regulations to innovative technology and medical advancements, there is a lot to explore. Examinetics worked with 20 of our client partners and other industry thought leaders to present their thoughts on the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping occupational health. We wanted to know what these industry leaders think are the issues and innovative solutions that will make an impact on our profession in 2020 and beyond.