WORK SCIENCE ACADEMY
Sri Lanka and Sweden
From helping industries improve work processes and workplace designs, Work Science Academy is qualified to tackle Ergonomics and Human Factors challenges and provide recommendations on the path to success in productive work. A salient feature of the recommendations is that they are cost-effective. Since 1995 we have helped our clients in Sri Lanka and Sweden by delivering services that transform the workplace and the way they work. Contact us today to schedule a consultation or training.
THE TEAM
Prof. John Abeysekera Ph.D, M.Sc, DIP. S.M.
Senior Consultant
Prof. John Abeysekera is the founder of Work Science Academy. He was a senior lecturer and Professor of Industrial Ergonomics at Luleå University for 18 years from 1984. He has produced 85 Masters graduates from 36 countries at the Center for Ergonomics of Developing Countries (CEDC), Luleå University, Sweden. Presently he works as a Consultant in Work Sciences in Sri Lanka. He is an examiner and supervisor of postgraduate students in Sri Lanka and Sweden. Prof. Abeysekera has wide experience (25 years) in International teaching in Ergonomics. He has carried out 15 ergonomic assignments at MAS Holdings in Sri Lanka. Prior to 1984, he has held two senior positions for 25 years as Labour Officer and Research Officer in Occupational Health and Safety in the Department of Labour. Professor John Has 75 Scientific papers to his credit out of which 30 in International Journals.
Dr. Prasanna Illankoon Ph.D., MBA., B.Sc. (Eng)
Part Time Consultant
Dr. Prasanna Illankoon is a team member of the Work Science Academy since 2003. Dr. Illankoon holds a Ph.D. in Operations and Maintenance Engineering, his research focuses on collaborating Human and AI systems. He has published several scientific articles in journals and conference proceedings. Dr. Illankoon has teaching experience in Bachelor's and Master's programs in Sri Lanka and Sweden. Prior to obtaining his Ph.D., he gained 14 years of industrial experience in Industrial Engineering, Quality and Compliance Management, and Enterprise Lean Sigma. During his previous employments at Avery Dennison and JAAF, he gained coaching experience in Enterprise LeanSigma in Sri Lanka, India and Bangladesh. Dr. Illankoon undertakes Ergonomics and Workstudy training and assessments in various industries.
WHAT IS ERGONOMICS?
Ergonomics is about ensuring a good "fit" between people and the things they use and the tasks they perform. People vary significantly in body sizes, physical strength, ability to handle information and in many other ways. Ergonomics uses information about human abilities, attributes and limitations to ensure that our equipment, work and workplaces allow for these variations.
WHY DOES IT MATTER?
Ergonomics improves efficiency, quality, and safety. Ergonomics also brings financial benefits; Ergonomics is good Economics. Failure to observe Ergonomic principles can have serious repercussions, not only for individuals but also for the whole organisation. Ergonomics reduces illness & stress and prevents work accidents, thus also the cost of compensations. The application of ergonomics in work requires the understanding of the basic principles and practices.
