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Regularly checking the battery backup and conducting alarm tests is crucial for ensuring that a fire alarm system is functioning properly. Fire alarm systems rely not only on operational components like smoke detectors and alarms but also on their backup power sources. This ensures that the system remains operational even in the event of a power outage.

Conducting regular alarm tests confirms that both the audible and visual signals are functioning as intended, which is essential for alerting residents in the event of a fire. This testing may include checking the proper operation of all types of alarms in the system, ensuring that they respond correctly to smoke, heat, and other indicators of a fire.

Simply checking smoke detector battery levels alone does not provide a comprehensive view of the system's readiness, as this is just one aspect of its functioning. Additionally, while checking alarm visual indicators and the placement of alarms in apartments are important for the overall safety layout, they do not cover the operational testing necessary to confirm that the alarms can effectively warn inhabitants in an emergency. Therefore, ensuring proper function through battery backups and comprehensive alarm tests is vital for effective fire safety management.