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FireRescue1 is happy to offer our archive of free How to Buy guides, each featuring detailed guidance for how to approach purchasing specific firefighting products, from PPE to CAD systems. The guides – written by leading fire service experts – feature sections addressing key considerations before purchasing, how to implement post-purchase, and questions to ask vendors to ensure you’re making the right purchasing decision.

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Everything you need to know for buying apparatus, rescue vehicles and everything in between.
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