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In reply to the discussion: So now we know Dementia T knows absolutely nothing about building anything in a city [View all]pat_k
(13,393 posts)29. "disable HVAC systems to prevent fiber spread"
If they didn't do proper remediation before demolition, yeah sounds like asbestos might be circulating.
And if they did do it properly, where is the required documentation?
https://www.asbestosdiseaseawareness.org/newsroom/blogs/white-house-demolition-risk/
Press Release: WHITE HOUSE EAST WING DEMOLITION RAISES ALARMS OVER TRANSPARENCY OF ASBESTOS PROTECTIONS AND WORKER SAFETY
ADAO Calls on the White House to Publish All Safety, Inspection Reports and Demonstrate Its Commitment to Prevention, Accountability, and Public Health
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The project, reportedly designed by McCrery Architects, is being led by firms such as Clark Construction and AECOM, both known for large-scale federal work. Firms with this level of experience should follow all applicable EPA and OSHA regulations for asbestos and lead testing, abatement, and worker protection.
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The National Capital Planning Commission has not granted final project authorization and is currently inactive due to the federal shutdown. No oversight body has publicly confirmed that environmental safety reviews have been conducted.
ADAO Calls on the White House to Publish All Safety, Inspection Reports and Demonstrate Its Commitment to Prevention, Accountability, and Public Health
...
The project, reportedly designed by McCrery Architects, is being led by firms such as Clark Construction and AECOM, both known for large-scale federal work. Firms with this level of experience should follow all applicable EPA and OSHA regulations for asbestos and lead testing, abatement, and worker protection.
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The National Capital Planning Commission has not granted final project authorization and is currently inactive due to the federal shutdown. No oversight body has publicly confirmed that environmental safety reviews have been conducted.
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So now we know Dementia T knows absolutely nothing about building anything in a city [View all]
librechik
Nov 2025
OP
I can assure you that he also knows absolutely nothing about building anything, anywhere. All he does is destroying and
Dave Bowman
Nov 2025
#4
Golf course, to make new mounds. Cheaper that moving dirt/rocks to courses
Attilatheblond
Nov 2025
#31
You're correct that it's quite likely there was asbestos in one form or another.
maxsolomon
Nov 2025
#36