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# Separations
The Separations screen is used by the HR Manager to initiate, track, and finalize all employee departures, whether voluntary (resignation) or involuntary (termination).
### Navigating the Separations Module
* Location: Access this module through the main menu path: Home $$\rightarrow$$ Employee Movements $$\rightarrow$$ Separations.
* Purpose: To create an official, compliant record of employee exits, which triggers final pay and system access revocation.
* Key Data: The main list tracks the Employee, the Date the record was entered, the Last Day of employment, and the specific Exit Type.
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### Step-by-Step: Initiating a New Separation
#### 1. Start the Request
* Click the Plus Icon ($$\text{+}$$) in the top right corner of the screen to open the separation form.
#### 2. Enter Employee and Exit Details
* Select the Employee whose employment is ending.
* Set the Last Day: Enter the employee's official final day of employment.
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*Note:* This date is critical as it dictates when the employee's record becomes inactive and when final pay is calculated in the Payroll module.
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* Define the Exit Type: Select the appropriate reason for departure from the dropdown (e.g., Resignation, Termination, Retirement).
#### 3. Finalize the Record
* Click "Save" or "Submit" to create the separation record.
* The record will appear in the Separations list and is now ready for the offboarding checklist and final payroll processing.
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### Managing and Auditing Separations
* Searching: Use the "Search records..." bar to quickly find any past separation record for compliance checks or reference.
* Auditing: The Date and Exit Type columns provide the necessary information for turnover reporting and legal audits.
* System Update: Once the separation is finalized, the employee's Status in the People Management module is automatically updated to reflect their departure.
