Older workers are more likely to die on the job . Poor vision and hearing , reduced response times , respiratory issues and chronic medical , muscle or bone problems make them more vulnerable to serious injuries , according to analysis of US statistics by the Associated Press . The data raises questions as governments raise retirement ages around the world . Workers over 55 accounted for more than a third of fatal workplace accidents in 2015 , and that figure may rise as estimates suggest older workers will make up a third of the workforce by 2024 .
Older workers are more likely to die on the job. Worsening vision and hearing, reduced response times, balance issues and chronic medical, muscle or bone problems make them more vulnerable to serious accidents, according to analysis of US statistics by the Associated Press. The data raises concerns as governments raise retirement ages around the world. Workers over 55 accounted for more than a third of fatal workplace accidents in 2015, and that figure may rise as estimates suggest older workers will make up a quarter of the workforce by 2024.