Suitable Work in Reintegration in Westland: Criteria and Your Assessment Rights

## Introduction What exactly is 'suitable work' in Westland? In the greenhouse horticulture and greenhouses of Westland, many sick employees refuse offered jobs, with sanctions as a result. But not every job is suitable, especially not with the physical demands in the sector. This article explains the legal criteria according to the WIA and the Gatekeeper Improvement Act, your rights to assess work and how to refuse without risk with the UWV in the Den Haag region. ## Criteria for suitable work According to the WIA and the Gatekeeper Improvement Act, suitable work in Westland must meet: - **Your physical and mental capacities**: No overload, such as heavy lifting in greenhouses or long shifts under glass. - **Education and experience**: Matching your background, e.g. from grower to lighter supervisory work. - **Travel distance and hours**: Reasonable in terms of time from Naaldwijk, Monster or Kwintsheul, with flexibility for bus connections. - **Wages**: At least 90% of your old salary or the minimum wage, in line with Westland collective labour agreements. Work that deviates, such as retraining to outdoor work with back complaints, may be refused provided you motivate this with the occupational health service. ## Your rights You may refuse work if it is not suitable. The UWV (office in Den Haag) assesses this objectively via an occupational health service or insurance physician. Always request written substantiation and involve local trade unions such as FNV in Westland. ## Practical examples A greenhouse worker from Poeldijk with back complaints does not have to accept heavy lifting work in greenhouse horticulture. A flower export manager from Honselersdijk with burnout can refuse part-time administrative work if it is too stressful due to peak seasons. ## Advice Document everything, including travel routes via the N213, and consult a labour expert via the UWV or regional legal assistance in Westland. This way you avoid sanctions and tailor reintegration to the local horticulture economy. (248 words)