Ageing and Work

An Ageing and Work Special Interest Group has been set up with the aims of highlighting the role of ergonomics in this area. Its objectives include:

• sharing information from researchers and practitioners within and beyond ergonomics


• encouraging dialogue between different groups


• encouraging partnerships between employers, health professionals, designers and manufacturers to lead to the understanding of the issues in ageing and work and how they can contribute to this agenda


• working closely with business to develop good working practices in the health and safety management of older workers

In addition to this, the group will respond to any consultation requests on behalf of the IEHF.