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Quarterly inspection and testing record for UPS battery systems.
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Inspection Items
Circle or mark the applicable column for each item: P = Pass | F = Fail | N/A = Not applicable. Record notes for any F.
| # | Check | P | F | N/A | Notes / Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environment & Safety | |||||
| 1 | Battery room or cabinet ventilation: adequate airflow, no obstructions | ||||
| 2 | Room temperature recorded: within 20-25°C recommended range | ||||
| 3 | Hydrogen detection system (VLA batteries): functional | ||||
| 4 | Spill containment: in place, no evidence of electrolyte leaks | ||||
| 5 | Emergency eyewash and shower station: accessible, functional | ||||
| 6 | PPE available: acid-resistant gloves, face shield, apron | ||||
| Visual Inspection | |||||
| 7 | Battery jars / cases: no cracks, bulging, leaking or discolouration | ||||
| 8 | Terminal posts: no corrosion, oxidation or white deposits | ||||
| 9 | Inter-cell connections: tight, no discolouration or heating marks | ||||
| 10 | Cable connections to UPS and DC bus: tight, properly torqued | ||||
| 11 | Battery rack or cabinet: structurally sound, no corrosion | ||||
| 12 | Battery labels and polarity markings: legible | ||||
| Electrical Measurements | |||||
| 13 | Float voltage (entire string): recorded, within manufacturer tolerance | ||||
| 14 | Individual cell / unit voltages: recorded, compared to baseline | ||||
| 15 | Cells deviating more than 0.05V from average: flagged for investigation | ||||
| 16 | Pilot cell specific gravity (VLA): recorded, compared to baseline | ||||
| 17 | Inter-cell connection resistance: measured, compared to baseline | ||||
| 18 | Overall string resistance: measured and recorded | ||||
| Charger & UPS Status | |||||
| 19 | UPS operating mode: online / double conversion confirmed | ||||
| 20 | Charger output voltage: within specification | ||||
| 21 | Charger output current: steady, not cycling | ||||
| 22 | UPS alarm panel: no active alarms or faults | ||||
| 23 | UPS load level: recorded (kVA or percentage) | ||||
| 24 | Transfer switch: tested to battery and back to mains | ||||
| # | Check | P | F | N/A | Notes / Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity & Performance | |||||
| 25 | Time since last capacity test: recorded (annual test required per IEEE) | ||||
| 26 | Last capacity test result: percentage of rated capacity noted | ||||
| 27 | Batteries below 80% rated capacity: flagged for replacement per IEEE 1188 | ||||
| 28 | Battery age vs expected life: assessed, replacement planning if nearing end of life | ||||
| 29 | Thermal scan (if performed): no hot spots on connections or cells | ||||
| Documentation & Close-out | |||||
| 30 | Previous inspection report: reviewed, open items addressed | ||||
| 31 | Measurement data: recorded in battery log or CMMS | ||||
| 32 | Battery monitoring system (if fitted): data reviewed, alerts acknowledged | ||||
| 33 | Maintenance records: updated with date, readings and actions | ||||
| 34 | Next inspection scheduled: date recorded on system and inspection tag | ||||
Defects & Action Required (list any item marked F: reference item # from checklist)
| Item # | Defect description | Action taken / reported to | Rectified by / date |
|---|---|---|---|
Declaration
I declare that I have completed this quarterly battery inspection in accordance with IEEE 450 / IEEE 1188 recommended practices and site procedures. All measurements have been recorded accurately. Any cells or conditions outside acceptable limits have been reported and escalated for corrective action.