Rain, snow, freezing temperatures, storm... the Belgian climate pampers us with a mix of weather conditions. Nothing that surprises us. But for some professions, the weather is a determining factor. Do the weather conditions sometimes make it impossible to work? Then 'weerverlet' comes into play.
(As previously mentioned, "weerverlet" refers to being unable to work due to adverse weather conditions.)
Weerverlet allows employers to invoke temporary unemployment for employees who cannot work due to bad weather. In order to apply 'weerverlet,' the employer must adhere to a number of formalities.
Weerverlet is often mentioned in the same breath as bad weather, but that is not necessarily the case. Extreme heat can also lead to 'weerverlet.' Which temperatures exactly are considered too hot? That is determined by the WBGT index. An index that takes into account the temperature in combination with humidity. The degree of physical work load is also a determining factor.
When is the weather defined as bad?
Everyone who has a job where the weather plays an important role. These are mainly professions where people work outside. There is a specific arrangement for employees in the construction sector. Your employer can provide you with additional information about this.
Weerverlet is paid when the weather conditions are so unfavorable that they make it impossible to perform the work. The payment is subject to approval and processing by the relevant authorities and follows the declaration and confirmation by the employer that weather conditions are the direct cause of the inability to work. It is essential that the employer complies with the required formalities to ensure timely and accurate payment.
