This section does not require a rating but does require comments, so please select "Not Applicable" for the rating and describe the employee's overall performance for the year in the comments section. You may also attach competency documents to this section. An employee receiving an overall rating of "2 - Needs Improvement" or lower may be required to be placed on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) which may be attached or provided to the employee separately. A PIP should be no more than 60 days