Calculating WGA phases in Zoetermeer: your benefit and work capacity
With a WGA benefit in Zoetermeer, your work capacity is assessed in phases. Discover how the calculation works, what it means for you, and where you can get help in Zoetermeer.
In Zoetermeer, district of the District Court of The Hague, you receive a WGA benefit in case of partial work incapacity. Your work capacity is assessed in three phases according to the Work and Income according to Labour Capacity Act (WIA). This article from the Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer explains how the phases work, how your benefit is calculated, and what you need to do.
What are the WGA phases in Zoetermeer?
The UWV in the Zoetermeer region assesses your work possibilities despite work incapacity in these phases:
- Phase 1: Fully incapacitated for work — No work possible due to illness or limitation.
- Phase 2: Partially incapacitated for work — You can work part-time, but cannot sustain your original function.
- Phase 3: Fully recovered work capacity — You can work fully again at the old or equivalent level.
This classification determines the amount of your benefit and how much you may earn additionally. In Zoetermeer, you can get free advice on your phase and rights from the Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer.
Legal basis of WGA phases
Laid down in the WIA, district District Court of The Hague:
- Article 15 WIA — Rules on work incapacity.
- Article 16 WIA — Assessment procedure.
- Article 17 WIA — Phases and benefit duration.
- Article 18 WIA — Permitted additional earnings.
UWV guidelines for the The Hague region clarify the application. In case of objection: District Court of The Hague or help via Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer.
How does UWV determine your WGA phase in Zoetermeer?
Medical data, work history, and the local labour market are analysed by an insurance physician. You receive a labour expert report with phase classification.
Assessment steps in the Zoetermeer region
- Medical examination — Examination by UWV physician in Zoetermeer or The Hague.
- Job and education analysis — What work still suits you?
- Regional labour market scan — Jobs in Zoetermeer and surrounding municipalities within your capacity.
- Final phase assignment — With reasoning for the decision.
Examples of WGA phases in practice in Zoetermeer
Simplified situations:
| Phase | Description | Zoetermeer Example | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | No work possible | After surgery, you cannot walk/lift. Even adapted work in Zoetermeer impossible. | 70-75% of former salary (max. daily wage), salary-related. |
| Phase 2 | Partially possible | You can do administrative work 4 hours per day, not physical work in warehouse. Work incapacity 35-80%: wage supplement benefit. | |
| Phase 3 | Fully recovered | After rehabilitation, fully employable again as driver in Zoetermeer. WIA follows, no benefit anymore. |
What to do if dissatisfied with your phase?
Objection to UWV within 6 weeks. Need help? Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer (free for those on minimum income) or District Court of The Hague (Zoetermeer district). They assess whether your phase is correct.
Last update 2024. Check current UWV rules for the The Hague region.