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Life & Health · Chapter 2 · Perils, Losses & Hazards

Hazard

Definition
A condition that increases the likelihood that a peril will occur. Three types: physical, moral, and morale — all arising from conditions relating to the insured.
Example
Icy roads, driving drunk, improperly stored toxic waste.
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Verified against primary sources · 2026-08-10