Fair Value Measurement - Summary of Investments (Parenthetical) (Detail) $ in Millions	Jun. 30, 2017 USD ($)
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Restricted cash and long term workers' compensation deposits	$ 5.3

Restricted cash and long term workers compensation deposits.

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