# Emergency boundaries and getting help

Lesson 3 of [Extinguisher readiness for home and property](https://extinguishers.fyi/academy/extinguisher-readiness-for-home-and-property.md), 12 minutes.

Knowing where an extinguisher is located does not mean you should attempt to fight a fire. USFA provides a decision checklist that places alerting others, calling the fire department, physical ability, a small contained fire, safety from toxic smoke and a clear escape route ahead of use. If you are…

The rest of this lesson is for learners enrolled in the course. [See how Extinguisher readiness for home and property works](https://extinguishers.fyi/academy/extinguisher-readiness-for-home-and-property.md).

Also on the [web page](https://extinguishers.fyi/academy/extinguisher-readiness-for-home-and-property/emergency-boundaries-and-getting-help).