General Principles
- Staff activity is a committed responsibility.
- Unreported absences directly impact team operations.
- All inactivity must be notified in advance whenever possible.
- Failure to follow this procedure may result in sanctions.
Types of Absence
Temporary Absence
A temporary absence refers to any period of inactivity that is limited in time, whether due to personal, academic, work-related, or health reasons.Short Duration
Brief absences (a few days) that do not require formal leave, but must still be reported.
Extended Duration
Absences lasting several days or weeks that require prior approval.
Temporary Leave
A temporary leave implies the temporary suspension of Staff duties for a defined period.- Must be requested in advance.
- Requires approval from the Head of Staff or a higher authority.
- During the leave, Staff duties and permissions will not be exercised, and the rank will be removed.
Permanent Leave
A permanent leave implies the permanent departure from the Staff Team. It may occur due to:- Voluntary request (must still be approved).
- Serious violation of regulations or accumulation of three or more Strikes.
- Prolonged inactivity without justification.
- Administrative decision.
Procedure to Request an Absence or Leave
To request any type of absence or leave:- Communicate it through the designated internal channel, in this case the Inactivity channel (or Staff tickets).
- You must indicate:
- General reason (personal details are not required).
- Start date.
- Estimated duration.
- Wait for confirmation or approval.
Until a response is received, the absence is not considered approved.
Unjustified Inactivity
The following is considered unjustified inactivity:- Failing to report absences in advance.
- Repeatedly not responding to internal messages.
- Missing mandatory meetings without notice.
- Warning or Strike.
- Temporary or permanent removal of the rank.
Reinstatement to Staff
After an absence or temporary leave:- The Staff member must confirm their return, either via ticket or direct message to the Head of Staff.
- A rank review may be required and adjustments may be made to maintain team structure.
- In cases of extended absence, a prior update or briefing may be necessary.
Individual Responsibility
Every Staff member is responsible for:- Communicating their absences.
- Respecting established deadlines.
- Not performing duties during a leave.
- Maintaining clear communication.
