ACCRUED EXPENSES AND OTHER CURRENT LIABILITIES (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2011
Accrued Liabilities Current Abstract
Business Combination Accrued Liabilities	$ 4.5
Business Combination Current Liabilities	$ 4.2

The amount of accrued liabilities related to current year acquisitions as of the balance sheet date.

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Data Type:	xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type:	credit
Period Type:	instant