New rules for Flemish educational leave have been in effect since September 1, 2026. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Impact on refrigeration and freezing companies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u274c Material handling (forklift, reach truck), ADR, and Code 95 \u2192 removed from the training database as of August 1, 2026
\u2705 Energy and climate transition, digitalization, and WMS; Dutch for non-Dutch-speaking teams \u2192 eligible
\ud83d\udd50 Weekend and part-time shifts (starting at 50%) are once again allowed\u2014relevant for any company that operates 7 days a week
\ud83d\udcb6 \u20ac24.50 per approved hour, up to \u20ac6,125 per employee through the collective initiative right<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Please note: The subsidy does not cover the cost of replacement in a cold storage facility. Legally required certificates may also be excluded from the program\u2014check the ODB number before you begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udcc4 The full memo from the secretariat, including figures and action items, is attached.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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