John Salka is an FDNY battalion chief with over 30 years on the job and he currently works in the Bronx. He has written numerous articles over the years for the FDNY magazine "WNYF" and has also contributed articles to Fire Engineering, Size-Up and Firehouse magazine, where he writes the monthly column "The Fire Scene". Chief Salka's books, "First In, Last Out" (2004) and "The Engine Company" (2009) are based on his experiences working in the FDNY from his appointment in 1979 throught the next three decades. Chief Salka writes and lectures on fire service subjects and Leadership to public service organizations, private industry, military and fire service audiences. He can be reached at 914-755-6866 or firecomtraining@aol.com
