The health, safety and health promotion needs of older workers

The researchers next reviewed the publications of each research study. The team looked at how the research was carried out and they also assessed the quality of the research papers using the following star rating system:

*** Strong evidence, provided by consistent findings in multiple, high quality scientific studies
** Moderate evidence, provided by generally consistent findings in fewer, smaller or lower quality scientific studies
* Limited or contradictory evidence, produced by one scientific study or inconsistent findings in multiple scientific studies
– No scientific evidence

Finally, our researchers summarised the information collected, including a description of the research, evidence statements and the quality of evidence. The review looked at research that covered:
– ageing and physical changes
– ageing and psychological or mental wellbeing factors
– ageing and work organisation factors
– ageing and accidents and ill health
– intervention studies.