Occupational Expert Assessment in Wajong Reassessment in Westland

In Westland, the glasshouse heart of the Netherlands with greenhouses full of flowers and vegetables, the occupational expert assessment is an essential part of the Wajong reassessment conducted by the UWV (Employee Insurance Agency). Following the medical examination, the occupational expert evaluates which tasks you can still perform in the region, taking into account your work capacity and local job vacancies, such as seasonal work in greenhouse horticulture or logistics at nurseries in Monster, Naaldwijk, or Kwintsheul. Key criteria include remaining earning capacity, suitable work within Westland's labor market, and reintegration opportunities through regional employers such as Priva or local cooperatives. If your earning capacity exceeds 65%, your benefits will be terminated. You will receive a questionnaire about your education, work experience, and skills—consider experience with harvesting or packaging. Be honest and detailed, and mention any necessary adjustments for greenhouse work in Westland. **Legal basis:** Wajong Article 13 and the Assessment Decree for Occupational Disability. **Practical tips for residents of Westland:** - Prepare an overview of your limitations in relation to physical work in horticulture. - Consult your general practitioner in Poeldijk or 's-Gravenzande. - Consider seeking assistance from the Legal Counter in The Hague or a local lawyer specializing in social security. Many reassessments fail due to underestimation of functional limitations in a labor-intensive sector like Westland. If you object to the decision, request a counter-expertise via the UWV office in Zoetermeer. This process determines whether you retain wage-related or follow-up benefits, with a focus on local reintegration projects.