Jan Erik Vinnem is professor of risk analysis and risk management at University of Stavanger (2005-present), following a part time professor ship from 1999-2005. He is also managing director of Preventor AS, a small private consultancy. His professional career includes about six years in the petroleum industry (Statoil and Total), 20 years as a private consultant (founder of Safetec Nordic AS and Preventor AS) and about 7-8 years in research and education. He has participated and led a large number of safety and risk related projects. Recently he has worked with research and development relate...