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Definitions - O

Occupational Hazards: Occupations which expose the insured to greater than normal physical danger by the very nature of the work in which the insured is engaged, and the varying periods of absence from the occupation, due to the disability, that can be expected.

Operating Ratio: The sum of expenses and losses expressed as a percent of earned premium.

Ordinary Life Insurance: Life insurance usually issued in amounts of $1,000 or more with premiums payable on an annual, semi-annual, quarterly or monthly basis.

Ordinary Life: Permanent insurance that provides for the payment of proceeds at death or at policy maturity (if the insured is still living at that time). Also known as Whole Life Insurance.

Other Insured Rider: Rider which provides coverage to an eligible business or family member other than the insured.

Overhead Expense Insurance: Insurance for business owners to help offset continuing business expenses if the owner is disabled

Overriding Commission: Commission payable in addition to the original commission.

Some whole life policies let you pay premiums for a shorter period such as 20 years, or until age 65. Premiums for these policies are higher since the premium payments are made during a shorter period.