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the aveoli in lungs is extremely fragile and can be damaged easily. Heavier-than-Air gas an sit in the aveoli and prevent oxygen (which is relatively light) from entering. such gasses include carbon dioxide, sulfur hexaflouride, and xenon. Metal dust is also a major threat, as in powdered form, most metals are extremly reactive. Lead is easily the most known of these threats.
This being said, respitory precautions can mean several things, but general notifies of a breathing hazard.
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