(1)  After inspecting notifiable building work under section 100 , a building surveyor may direct the responsible person for the work to perform the building work so that it complies with –

(a) the certificate of likely compliance (notifiable building work) issued in respect of the work; and

(b) the notice of work given in respect of the work.

(2)  A direction under subsection (1) may be given orally or in writing.

(3)  A person who gives an oral direction under subsection (1) is to confirm it in writing, to the person to whom it was given, within the prescribed period.

(4)  If a person fails to comply with a direction under subsection (1) , the building surveyor may –

(a) issue a building notice under section 237 in respect of the work specified in the direction; and

(b) take any other appropriate action under this Act.