Learning objectives:
- Identify the types of batteries.
- Describe the construction and operation of various batteries.
- Identify industry and government standards for maintenance, testing, replacement, sizing, and installation of lead-acid batteries.
- Identify federal regulations governing lead-acid battery disposal.
- Describe the construction and operation of an uninterruptable power supply (UPS).
- Describe the function and operation of a transfer switch.
- Inspect a UPS system.
- Analyze battery charge and discharge rate to determine if replacement is needed.