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Using AIS POTENTIAL RISKS

The document outlines potential risks associated with the use of AIS (Automatic Identification System) in maritime navigation, emphasizing that not all vessels are equipped with AIS and that its data may not always be reliable. It stresses the importance of adhering to Collision Regulations and using radar data in conjunction with AIS for safe navigation. Additionally, it warns of the possibility of synthetic AIS targets and the variability of position data based on the transmitting vessel's GNSS equipment.

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Using AIS POTENTIAL RISKS

The document outlines potential risks associated with the use of AIS (Automatic Identification System) in maritime navigation, emphasizing that not all vessels are equipped with AIS and that its data may not always be reliable. It stresses the importance of adhering to Collision Regulations and using radar data in conjunction with AIS for safe navigation. Additionally, it warns of the possibility of synthetic AIS targets and the variability of position data based on the transmitting vessel's GNSS equipment.

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Using AIS: Potential risks

Not all vessels are fitted with AIS, particularly small craft and fishing vessels. Other
floating objects which may appear to be conspicuous on a radar screen may not be
displayed by AIS. AIS will, however, sometimes be of a great assistance, when it
makes it possible to be able to detect and identify targets which may be within an
area of a radar shadow sector.

It is imperative that all Masters and watch-keeping officers always bear in mind the
following when AIS is used in the ship to ship mode for anti-collision purposes:

 The use of AIS does not negate the responsibility of the OOW to comply at all
times with the Collision Regulations, particularly rule 7 when determining
whether a risk of collisions exists.’

 The availability and display of AIS data should not be given priority over the
data produced by systematic radar target-tracking (e.g. ARPA).

 AIS target data will only be based on the target vessels’ course and speed over
ground whilst for compliance with the COLREG such data must be based on
the vessels’ course and speed through the water.

 The quality and reliability of position data obtained from targets will vary
depending on the accuracy of the transmitting vessel’s GNSS equipment.

 The use of AIS on board ship is not intended to have any special impact on the
composition of the navigational watch, which should be determined in
accordance with the STCW Convention and COLREGS.

 AIS positions are derived from the target’s GNSS receiver, usually GPS. This
may not coincide exactly with the target as detected by radar.

 Received AIS data is whatever another vessel transmits and is subject to


potential errors.

 A recent development of AIS is the ability to provide synthetic AIS targets and
virtual navigation marks enabling coastal authorities to provide an AIS symbol
on the display in any position. Mariners should note that this ability could
lead to the appearance of virtual” AIS targets.

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