Trimmer

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-007329",
  "term": "Trimmer",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A mine worker responsible for leveling the contents of a filled coal wagon, tub, or railcar. The trimmer removes excess coal or ore from the top of the load to create a flat, stable surface for safe transport out of the mine and to prevent spillage along haulage routes. This task was performed manually with a shovel or rake before the widespread adoption of automated loading systems.",
  "subject": "Mining and extraction",
  "see_also": [
    "string trimmer"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Trimmer",
    "es": "recortador",
    "fr": "trimmer"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/trimmer/"
}