Abstract: Dynamic processes in formation of the labour market and labour force in recent
decades give rise to new challenges in the field of workplace health promotion. The purpose of
this article is to focus on specific risks and needs of certain categories of persons in carrying
out professional work. Analysis of statistical data and literature sources on the problem was
made. Main risk groups that require priority attention and adaptation of health promotion
activities to the specific risks are as follow: older workers because of limitation of the physical
and functional capabilities of the body; young workers because of lack of physical and mental
maturity and professional experience; women because of complex combination of reproductive,
professional and social functions; migrants, engaged in less skilled and unattractive work and
people with disabilities because of discrimination in competition for jobs and pay, social
exclusion, unadapted to their needs occupational environment etc.
Keywords: workplace health promotion, risk groups at workplace, older workers, migrant
workers

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