Which action is required if a Cardholder exceeds their purchasing limit or makes inappropriate purchases?

If a Cardholder exceeds their purchasing limit or engages in inappropriate purchases, the immediate suspension of the card is the required action. This serves as a critical step in ensuring responsible use of government resources and maintaining financial integrity within the purchasing process. Immediate suspension mitigates the risk of further inappropriate purchases and allows for necessary investigations or corrective actions to take place.

Furthermore, suspending the card protects the government from potential misuse and ensures that the Cardholder becomes aware of the breach in policy, prompting further training or counseling if needed. It establishes a clear protocol for accountability and reinforces the importance of adhering to established purchase limits and guidelines.

Taking such an action demonstrates the seriousness of maintaining compliance with the regulations governing the GPC program and upholds the standards expected of all Cardholders. Other actions, such as reviewing by a higher authority or notifying supervisors, may follow after the suspension but do not serve the immediate protective purpose that suspension does.