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When an older worker shows physical signs of slowing down, the employer needs to stay focused on specific job performance concerns. An employer should address the job performance consistently with all employees, noting the lack of productivity, absenteeism and tardiness.
Remember, both federal and state laws protect workers over age 40 from discrimination. Any disciplinary action must be consistent with company policy and how you handle all employees. Follow-up is vital. If an employer has been specific in directions to employees, those employees, including older workers, can have much better success in improvement.
If the employee brings up a physical condition that is causing the performance issues, another subject arises. Getting older is not a disability, but medical conditions caused by getting older may require the employer to accommodate the condition. This is when the employer and employee enter into the interactive process to discuss options from both sides.
Read Age and Reasonable Accommodation of Disabilities for more information.