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LONG-TERM DEBT AND FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS (Financing arrangements - Letters of credit & Surety bonds (Details) $ in Millions | Mar. 31, 2018 USD ($)
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Accounts receivable securitization program |
Financing Arrangements |
Outstanding letters of credit | $ 17.7
Letter of Credit Agreements |
Financing Arrangements |
Outstanding letters of credit | 18.3
Surety bonds |
Financing Arrangements |
Outstanding surety bonds under uncollateralized bond programs | $ 61.0

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