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Organization and Basis of Presentation (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2022 USD ($) Countries Facilities | Mar. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Line Items] |  |
Number of Facilities | Facilities | 80 |
Number of Countries in which Entity Operates | Countries | 17 |
CARES Act [Member] |  |
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Line Items] |  |
Proceeds from Income Tax Refunds | $ 5.4 | $ 6.0
Deferred payments of social security tax | $ 7.6 |

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