A report from European Union Occupational Health and Safety Agency examines gender issues within the workplace. "New Risks & Trends in the Safety & Health of Women at Work," provides information on trends on the employment of women and working conditions; hazard exposure; work-related incidents; health problems for women in the workplace; issues faced by younger and older women; and increasingly diversified working time patterns as major risk factors. In addition, the report provides an update to the agency's 2003 research conducted on gender issues at work.
"Much remains to be done, especially for older and younger women, to ensure decent work for all," the report states. "This focus on workplace health and safety benefits not only women but also men who work, and can lead to improved workplaces."
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