LAKELAND, FLORIDA—
Novo Building Products
Pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in nonroadway area · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Novo Building Products, 7270 Bridgewater Center Drive, LAKELAND, FLORIDA 33805 on — Fractures, affecting the ankle(s).
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Final narrative
An employee was taking pictures of a trailer when they were struck by a forklift and sustained an ankle fracture.
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