What core tool categories should every fire department prioritize when building a versatile rescue equipment supply?

“A balanced inventory usually covers four mission-critical categories:

• Forcible-entry tools (ex: irons, striking tools) for rapid access.
• Cutting/spreading tools for vehicle and machinery extrication.
• Ventilation & overhaul tools such as saws and hooks to control heat and smoke.
• Stabilization & rigging gear (cribbing, high-lift jacks) to secure the scene.”