Phases at which discrimination can and does occur includes:
During the recruitment period (if recruiting materials specify an age, or claim that the company wants to foster a “youthful environment”);
During the hiring process;
When considering promotions;
When making decisions regarding raises;
When making determinations regarding layoffs or firing people;
When setting retirement requirements;
When considering training opportunities (or setting age limits for who can be trained);
When creating apprentice programs; and
When determining employee benefits.