Age-related patterns in work-related injury claims from older New Zealanders, 2009-2013: Implications of injury for
Rebbecca Lilley1, Chrystal Jaye1, Gabrielle Davie1
1University of Otago, PO Box 5 Box 56, Dunedin, New Zealand.
Objectives:
This study describes the incidence, nature and cause of work-related injuries in older New Zealand workers to understand the risks of work-related injury in this rapidly aging population.
Methods:
Data for the period 2009-2013 from 25,455 injured workers aged 55-79 years, extracted from national work-related injury entitlement claims, were stratified by age group and analysed by sex, industry, injury type and cause. Age-specific claims rates were calculated by year, sex and ethnicity.
Results:
Patterns of injury differed by age: 70-79 year olds had the highest injury rates and proportion of claims due to falls (45%), for the self-employed (32%), for the agriculture sector (24%), and for fatal injuries (5%).
Discussion:
The burden of work-related injuries in older workers, particularly in those aged over 70, will increase with their increasing participation in work. Workplace injury prevention strategies and interventions need to consider the specific characteristics and vulnerabilities of older workers.
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