Ziektewet and WGA guidance
If an employee has not fully recovered after two years of absenteeism , he or she is entitled to WGA benefits under the Sickness Benefits Act. As self-insurer for the Sickness Benefits Act and/or WGA, you are liable for these benefits as well as for claim control: both former employees who leave your employment on sick leave and those who report sick within 28 days of leaving your employment fall under your risk.
Self-risk carrier WGA or sickness law
If you are self-insurer for the Sickness Benefits Act and/or WGA, you are responsible for the guidance of (former) employees until they are able to return to work or, if that is not feasible, return to the WGA. In the latter case, the benefit falls within your WGA risk. In addition to the guidance, you are also responsible for the payment of their Sickness Benefits.
If you are not self-insurer for the Sickness Benefits Act, the UWV performs this task for you and you pay the costs through differentiated premiums.
Damage control and a fair approach
Good WGA guidance prevents unnecessary costs and promotes the motivation of your employees. Our sister organization Resolu specializes in damage control absenteeism and WGA. They ensure that each (former) employee receives honest and targeted assistance, both in the path of the Sickness Benefits Act and the WGA.
This way you protect your organization and offer employees the best chance for sustainable recovery.
