Physical Requirements Any physical requirements must be described to comply with the ADA. The physical requirements must be related to the essential job functions.Mental Requirements For ADA purposes, describe the level of mental acuity required to perform essential job functions.Work Environment The work environment is described, whether it’s in an office setting or includes any hazardous equipment or locations that will impact the employee. If stairs or ladders must be used or the job will require work in confined spaces, this must be included as well.Approvals The job description should be signed by the manager to verify its accuracy.During the job analysis process, it’s important to keep in mind that the analysis focuses on the job, not the person. Particularly when a high-performing employee has been in a particular job for any length of time, it can be difficult to separate what the employee brings to the job from the job’s main purpose.