The focus of Operator Self-Verification is on traditional manufacturing operations, and applications can be
made wherever traditional inspection is employed. The practices recommended in this document are
intended to identify the basic elements and provide a “guideline” for structuring Operator Self-Verification
programs within the aerospace industry; applicable to producers of commercial and military aircraft and
weapons platforms, space vehicles, and all related hardware, software, electronics, engines and composite
components. Operator Self-Verification programs are applied to improve the overall efficiency and product
quality of processes considered mature, as judged by the implementing organization. Operator Self-
Verification programs are not stand-alone processes, but augment existing quality management systems.
The identified program elements are for voluntary implementation by the organization, and are not intended
for contractual flow-down unless otherwise stipulated through contractual agreement.