The fact remains that GFCI/AFCI aren't really doing anything to address the UPS battery fire risk you're describing, while increasing the chance of problems that knock the power out.
Also the NEC has gotten ever more outlandish with those requirements. Like last time I looked there was no exception for sump pumps, yet you'd be foolish to actually use a GFCI there. Actually a quick search says it's now even explicitly required. rolls eyes. I mean sorry, I'd love to but I'm just too busy restraightening all the prongs on my plugs due to these wonderful "tamper resistant" receptacles.
Also the NEC has gotten ever more outlandish with those requirements. Like last time I looked there was no exception for sump pumps, yet you'd be foolish to actually use a GFCI there. Actually a quick search says it's now even explicitly required. rolls eyes. I mean sorry, I'd love to but I'm just too busy restraightening all the prongs on my plugs due to these wonderful "tamper resistant" receptacles.