A short note like "Can't make it, need coverage" helps.
Your shift stays "pending" until someone accepts it and it's approved.
If it's still showing "pending" as the shift gets closer, nobody has claimed it yet.
There is a cutoff of 24 hours before a shift starts.
A text, email, or call gives them time to find coverage another way.
Unless you've been told otherwise, you're expected to show up for that shift.
The earlier you drop it, the more time coworkers have to grab it.



