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WIA Assessment by Labour Expert in Westland

In Westland, a **labour expert** assesses your work capacity during the WIA assessment. Learn how this works in your region, with help from Juridisch Loket Westland and Rechtbank Den Haag.

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WIA Assessment by Labour Expert in Westland

A **WIA assessment by a labour expert** forms a crucial part of the evaluation of your **disability for work** in an application for **WIA benefit** in Westland. This determines your work capacity, taking into account health, skills and regional job opportunities. This step determines your entitlement to benefit and the degree of disability. Discover the local procedure at **Rechtbank Den Haag** (district), your rights and practical preparation tips, with support from **Juridisch Loket Westland**.

WIA Assessment by Labour Expert: What Does It Entail for Westland?

The **WIA assessment** is a medical-functional examination by a **labour expert** from the **UWV**, often tailored to the Westland context with many agricultural and greenhouse horticulture jobs. It focuses on your remaining employment prospects, not only limitations but also local vacancies and retraining options.

The **labour expert** analyses:

  • Medical records and specialist reports;
  • Your work history, with a focus on Westland sectors such as horticulture;
  • Interviews about daily limitations and reintegration;
  • Functional tests for realistic work trials.

Legal Basis in the Den Haag Region

Regulated in the **Work and Income According to Labour Capacity Act (WIA)**:

  • Article 16 WIA: Assessment of disability for work;
  • Article 17 WIA: Assessments and examinations;
  • Article 22 WIA: UWV assessment.
In case of objection or appeal, **Rechtbank Den Haag** handles cases from Westland. Contact **Juridisch Loket Westland** for free advice.

The WIA Assessment Procedure in Westland

After your WIA application, the UWV invites you. Prepare with local medical information and work history from the region.

WIA Assessment Step-by-Step Plan

  1. UWV Invitation: Letter with date, time and location (often in Den Haag or Zoetermeer, accessible from Westland).
  2. Submit Documents: All medical documents, including GP and specialist letters from Westland.
  3. Interview with Labour Expert: Discuss impact on work in horticulture or logistics; be concrete about limitations.
  4. Practical Tests:
    • Physical trials (strength, lifting as in greenhouses);
    • Cognitive tests (concentration for precision work);
    • Work simulations adapted to Westland jobs.
  5. Decision: Advice leads to UWV decision; objection via **Juridisch Loket Westland** or **Rechtbank Den Haag**.

Examples of Tests in Westland Context

Tests simulate local labour:

Test Type Description Westland Example
Physical Strength and mobility Moving plants or pruning
Cognitive Concentration/memory Quality control tomatoes
Practical Work trial Packaging products

Tip: Contact **Juridisch Loket Westland** for guidance. In case of dissatisfaction: file an objection within 6 weeks, possibly to **Rechtbank Den Haag**.

Preparation and Rights in Westland

Gather evidence, practice your story and consider a second opinion. You may bring a trusted companion. For legal assistance: **Juridisch Loket Westland** (location 's-Gravenzande or Naaldwijk).

In case of negative decision: lodge an appeal with **Rechtbank Den Haag, subdistrict court section**. They strictly review UWV decisions.