Employer's Re-integration Obligations in Rotterdam: Check and Demand Compliance

## Introduction In Rotterdam, your employer must actively contribute to your re-integration after illness, otherwise *you* risk sanctions from the UWV. This article for Rotterdam employees explains the obligations, how to check them, and what to do in case of errors, with attention to local institutions such as the UWV office in Rotterdam-South. ## Employer's Obligations According to the Gatekeeper Improvement Act in the Rotterdam region, the employer must: - Draw up a re-integration plan within 8 weeks of the start of illness. - Engage an occupational health service or Rotterdam company doctor for problem analysis. - Offer suitable work within its own company (first track), for example at port companies or logistics firms. - Activate the second track in case of illness longer than 1 year, with help from re-integration agencies in Rotterdam such as Randstad or local traineeships. In case of violation, UWV Rotterdam may impose wage sanctions of up to 1 year on the employer. ## How to Check in Rotterdam? Request the re-integration file from your employer, including the plan, occupational health service reports, and evaluations. Report shortcomings directly to the UWV via the online reporting form or the counter in Rotterdam (Schenkkade 6). Local trade unions such as FNV Rotterdam offer free advice. ## Consequences of Negligence If the employer does not cooperate? Then the UWV often lifts your sanction. Proceed to the sub-district court in Rotterdam for compensation, including lost income. Rotterdam judges attach importance to compliance in sectors such as the Rotterdam port and healthcare. ## Rotterdam Practice Case A Rotterdam port worker reported negligence: employer did not start second track. The UWV imposed a wage sanction, the employee retained his benefit and received €5,000 in compensation via the sub-district court. Stay alert in Rotterdam and protect your rights with local support. (248 words)