Colours of badges

Various colours of badges can be chosen for the hats, but we recommend opting for yellow badges with black font. This colour combination aligns with the widely recognised "Hello, my name is" badge design, which is already familiar in healthcare environments. The yellow background ensures high visibility, making it easy for patients and colleagues to quickly identify staff members. The black font provides excellent contrast, ensuring that the name is clear and easy to read, even from a distance.

 

Other reasons for this colour include:
 

1. Visibility: Yellow is a bright, attention-grabbing colour that stands out, making it easy for patients and colleagues to quickly identify healthcare workers, especially in busy and high-stress environments like hospitals.

 

1. Association with Safety: Yellow is commonly associated with safety and caution, which can subconsciously remind both staff and patients that healthcare is a sensitive, high-stakes environment, where clear communication is important.

 

1. Psychological Impact: Yellow is a warm and welcoming colour, which can create a sense of approachability and friendliness. It can help staff seem more approachable to patients, improving the overall patient experience.

 

1. Tradition and Standardisation: The yellow "Hello, my name is" badge has become a recognisable standard in many healthcare settings. Its consistent use allows for easy identification of healthcare professionals, helping to reduce confusion and enhance communication.

 

** Please note that the white text on the badges can become discoloured if ink meets the surface. This is because the material is designed to absorb ink, and all badges are initially white. To maintain the clarity and appearance of the text, it's important to avoid contact with ink or any substances that could stain the badge. This ensures that the text remains legible and the badge continues to look professional over time.

 

Other options of badges

Blank Badges

Yellow badges can also be ordered blank, allowing them to be written on and easily rubbed off for reuse by another person. This feature makes them an ideal option for new starters or visitors. The ability to quickly personalise the badge with a name and then wipe it clean ensures sustainability and reduces waste, while providing clear identification for each individual. Blank badges offer a practical and cost-effective solution for environments with frequent turnover or temporary visitors.

 

Reusable Printed Badges for Multiple Staff Without Personal Names

Printed Visitor and birthing partner badges can be used, then cleaned and reused by multiple people. We recommend storing a supply of these badges in a convenient location, ensuring they are easily accessible to visitors to the operating theatres. This approach promotes sustainability and reduces the need for single-use items, while maintaining clear identification for visitors and birthing partners. Proper cleaning and storage of these reusable badges will help ensure hygiene and prolong their usability for future visitors.

 

Student Badges

Regardless of experience level, it is crucial to empower and respect every member of the surgical team, including medical students and those with less experience. Our badges offer a flexible approach to accommodate this. They can be customised with "Student" printed either in the middle or at the bottom, leaving space at the top for the name to be written.

 

This design is especially useful for students on short placements in theatres, as it provides a sustainable solution for managing their badges. By allowing the name to be written on the badge, it not only ensures proper identification but also makes it easier to reuse badges across multiple students during their rotations. This approach helps reduce waste and maintains clear identification for all team members.