Testing legally required standby system lighting and power systems during maximum anticipated load conditions shall be avoided so as not to tax the standby system unnecessarily.
a) True
b) False
See answer and applicable Code reference
The correct answer is: b) False
The provisions of Art. 701 apply to installation, operation, and maintenance of legally-required standby systems. Section 701.3 outlines the test and maintenance requirements set forth by the Code. As per 701.3(E), "Means for testing legally required standby systems under load shall be provided."