occupational hazard

noun2

1. •
   A substantial risk to a worker's physical or mental well-being which is present in a certain task, job, or profession.
2. •
   (figurative) An unpleasant, inconvenient, or unusual circumstance which occurs or is likely to occur during the course of one's employment.

   • The attentions of passionate spinsters were an occupational hazard for all members of the clergy. — 1988