Artic Ice Regime Shipping System (AIRSS)

SeaReader eBook Artic Ice Regime System (AIRSS) Standard The Arctic Ice Regime Shipping System (AIRSS) standard sets out the methodology to be used by the Master to assess vessel operations capabilities and limitations in ice when navigating in the circumstances described in section 8(2) of the Arctic Shipping Safety and Pollution Prevention Regulations (ASSPPR). It also describes the format of the message that is to be sent, as required by section 9 of the ASSPPR. The basis of AIRSS is an evaluation of the risks posed to the vessel by ice conditions in relation to the vessel's ice class or type and as such, it is a decision support tool to be used by the Master when navigating in ice. In all cases, due caution must be exercised, taking into account such factors as the speed, condition and characteristics of the vessel, current and forecasted environmental conditions, and an understanding of the anticipated vessel-ice interactions. Available as digital E-Book via our free Windows-compatible software, SeaReader. More information on E-Books is on our SeaReader page: weilbach.com/weilbach/news-info/seareader-for-web-customers/