Termination Reason Guide

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Below are the available Termination Reasons in UKG along with scenarios in which they should be used.

 

ReasonWhen to Use
Attendance

The employee has accumulated 10+ attendance violation points.

This should ONLY be used if the employee has prior attendance-related write-ups in their file.

DeathThe employee has passed away.
Internship CompletedThe employee was an intern, and the internship ended.
MisconductThe employee violated a company policy that is stated in the company handbook.
No-showThe employee did not call out nor show up for their shift.
NoneDO NOT USE
Performance

The employee was a low performer and had been coached several times before. 

This should ONLY be used if the employee has prior performance-related write-ups in their file.

PersonalThe employee voluntarily resigned, citing personal reasons.
Reduction in Force

The employee was laid off due to a lower need for labor.

This should ONLY be used after consulting with HR.

ResignationThe employee voluntarily resigned.
Retirement/Early RetireThe employee retired from the workforce.
Return to CollegeThe employee is a student and went back to college/school.
Transferred OutDO NOT USE
Walk Off ShiftThe employee walks out during their shift

 

 

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