General This document identifies the basic elements and provides a standard for structuring operator self-verification programs within the aviation@ space@ and defence industry for producers of commercial and military aircraft and weapons platforms@ space vehicles@ and all related hardware@ software@ electronics@ engines@ and composite components. The requirements specified in this standard are complementary (not alternative) to contractual and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. Should there be a conflict between the requirements of this standard and applicable statutory or regulatory requirements@ the latter shall take precedence. Application Operator self-verification programs are applied to improve the overall efficiency and product quality of processes considered stable and capable of fulfilling all requirements@ as determined by the implementing organization. Operator self-verification programs are not stand-alone processes@ but augment an existing quality management system. Its application can be made where inspection activities are currently deployed.