Suppose a newly hired utility repairman has a fear of heights that means he cannot climb ladders or telephone poles to do repairs. This condition of his:

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Fear of heights that prevents someone from performing essential job functions, like climbing ladders for a utility repairman, does not qualify as a disability under the ADA, so the employer could terminate employment if the job requires such tasks.

Suppose a Newly Hired Utility Repairman Has a Fear of Heights