Should companies be required to hire a certain percentage of older workers?

First Takes.

 I don’t believe companies should not be required to hire a certain percentage of older workers and I’d like to explain why.

 Firstly, company’s productivity can be negatively affected by this restriction. Actually, numerous types of computer software and devices have been introduced in high-productive industries, such as IT, around the world. It is obvious that young people tend to utilize these tools more properly and effectively than elderly people, contributing company’s financial profits.

 Second, job opportunities for younger generations can be also reduced. Unfortunately, the number of employees is often limited in most of companies due to their budgets. If they had to hire some older workers, it would be more difficult for young people to find their job even if they have skills or knowledge required by companies.

 Finally, elderly people tend to have more health problems than younger ones. It has become a serious problem in a lot of companies in Japan, where the aging society has become rapidly prominent for recent decades. In fact, numerous small and middle-sized companies have been forced to close their business operations due to employer’s physical conditions and the lack of young workers, many experts stated.

 Considering these factors — company’s productivity, job opportunities, and  health risks — companies do not need to have a certain percentage of elderly workers.

Revised Ver. 

  I don’t believe companies should be required to hire a certain percentage of older workers, and I’d like to explain why.

 First, such a requirement could negatively affect a company’s productivity. In highly competitive industries like IT, a wide range of advanced software and devices are used. Younger workers often adapt to these technologies more quickly and efficiently than older workers, which can contribute more directly to a company’s financial success.

 Second, it could reduce job opportunities for younger generations. Since most companies have limited budgets and can only hire a certain number of employees, being required to hire older workers might make it harder for qualified young people to find employment, even if they have the necessary skills and knowledge.

 Finally, older workers are more likely to face health-related challenges. This has become a serious issue in Japan, where the aging population is growing rapidly. In fact, many small and medium-sized businesses have been forced to shut down due to the declining health of older employees and a shortage of younger workers, according to experts.

 Considering these factors—productivity, employment opportunities, and health concerns—I believe companies should not be required to hire a specific percentage of older workers.