Brian J. Fink retired after 38 years with FDNY as a battalion chief, serving as commander of the 19th battalion in the Bronx. he also served as the executive officer for the FDNY Chief of Training. Fink has instructed at several FDNY training programs, including the Captain's Management Program and Battalion Chief's Command Course. He headed up the FDNY Hose Committee and served as a principal member on NFPA 1961 and UL 19 committees dealing with fire hose design, construction and testing requirements.