Why does everyone assume this guy has zero business attempting this? If you read his credentials, he should be every bit as qualified as you to attempt this kind of work while understanding the pitfalls.

According to his CV he's been active in the field for quite some time. The default assumption that he's an idiot and going to kill people just seems too cynical here.

Grandparent - you specifically mention having noted methodology problems, would you mind sharing where in the methodology you think he's gone wrong?