Overcasts and undercasts shall be -
(a) Of substantial construction;
(b)
(1) Constructed of noncombustible materials; or
(2) Where constructed of combustible materials, the outside surfaces shall be coated with at least one inch of construction plaster containing perlite and gypsum; at least one inch of expanded vermiculite, Portland cement and limestone; or other coatings with equivalent fire resistance;
(c) Kept clear of obstructions.