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Some companies will make a great deal of money when disasters occur. Sandbags, personal protective equipment, fences, portable sanitation units and heavy equipment are all needed during response and recovery operations. If available, businesses are willing to assist with these resources—especially when a fee can be charged. Corporations also seek profits in other ways in relation to emergency management. There are companies that sell computer programs and provide Internet services to communities so others can manage disasters effectively. Some sell software that is utilized to manage first responders and other resources (see Chapter 11). Engineering firms also play a role after a disaster as they inspect damages to buildings to determine if they are safe for future use and habitation. Other companies remove debris after disasters because there are lucrative contracts that result from federally declare disasters. When water or fire affects a building and its contents, companies like BMS Cat, Inc. send employees to the site to pump out unhealthy air, remove mold and soot, and restore vital documents and waterlogged computer equipment. As has been illustrated, businesses are vital partners in many fundamental disaster response and recovery functions.