ID Band Scrub Caps
£11.95 GBP
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ID Band Scrub Caps
£11.95 GBP
Frequently Asked Questions
What fabric are your scrub caps made from?
Our scrub caps are made from 100% premium cotton that's breathable, comfortable for long shifts, and tested to withstand industrial washing at 180°C. No need for a sweatband!
Can I get custom embroidery on my cap?
Yes! We offer custom embroidery including names, job titles, and logos. Simply select the embroidery option when ordering. It works better for block logos and otherwise we have Vinyl transfers.
How do I wash my scrub cap?
We recommend following NHS workwear guidance or your workplace policy. We have people using these caps from Kitchen to Labs so have tested them though it all, even autoclaves.
Do you offer bulk discounts for NHS trusts?
Absolutely! We're a trusted NHS supplier and offer bulk pricing for trusts and healthcare organisations. Contact us for a quote.
Do You Deliver To Me?
The short answer it yes, you might have to have a courier or special service depending on where you are but we ship from UK to Japan, Africa and more.
Details
The ID Band Scrub Caps Is made by Medicus Scrub Caps. The key categories this falls under are: Essentials Collection, Celebrations.
Comfortable fit, classic style – scrub caps for everyone!
Shipping & Returns
Most of our products are made to order and so because we are making it to your specifications only sample boxes can be returned for a full refund.
We don’t want waste from customers buying expensive fabric, having it cut and sewn to their specs and then it not fit. Please pay a deposit for a sample box in as many sizes and styles and you want to try and then get the perfect fit and then you are go to go for life!
If you are buying as a gift for someone then you can follow our size guide and have a guess or order them a sample box and a gift card so they can try, return and order with confidence that they are gong to get the best fit.
Product Details For ID Band Scrub Caps
ID Band Scrub Caps - Colour-Coded Identification System for Healthcare Professionals
UK-manufactured surgical caps featuring prominent 5cm forehead bands for instant role and department identification. Trusted by over 3,500 NHS staff to eliminate confusion in busy theatres and emergency situations.
Professional Construction:
Hand-crafted in our Manchester facility using 100% cotton with antimicrobial treatment. Each ID band cap undergoes quality inspection before shipping to ensure consistent medical-grade standards and precise band placement.
Medical Specifications:
- Style: Available on all Medicus styles - Bandana, Captain, Elastic Backed, and specialty caps
- Material: 100% cotton bands with antimicrobial treatment, autoclave-safe to 180°C
- Sizes: XS-2XL fits 52-69cm heads (view sizing guide)
- Care: Machine wash 60°C following NHS HTM 01-04 laundry standards
- Production: Made-to-order in UK, 1-6 working days depending on customisation
- Band Colours: 30+ professional shades on hand, over 90+ for bulk orders
Healthcare Features:
- Instant role identification: Bold 5cm bands eliminate "who's the anaesthetist?" queries in emergencies
- Size-coding system: Yellow for XS through to Black for 2XL provides immediate sizing recognition
- Department boundaries: Custom colour schemes help maintain theatre protocols and team structure
- Infection control: Double-stitched bands withstand 200+ industrial washes at 60°C
- Sustainable: Each cap replaces 100+ disposable alternatives yearly
Clinical Applications:
Preferred by theatre managers implementing department-wide identification systems. Research indicates 4 in 5 physicians experience role misidentification without clear markers, making ID bands essential for emergency response and efficient team coordination.
Customization Options:
- Embroidered names and roles - permanent identification above the ID band
- Satin lining - black or silver options to protect hair during long shifts
- Smart buttons - integrated comfort buttons for mask attachment
- RFID tags - embedded tracking for hospital laundry systems
- Base colour selection - 30+ shades to coordinate with existing scrubs
Popular NHS Configurations:
Surgery teams typically select Navy bands, Emergency departments use Red, Anaesthetics prefer Green, and ICU teams choose Purple. Bulk orders include free colour consultation to establish your department's identification system. Available for immediate implementation across all clinical areas.
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Contact Medicus Scrub Caps
At Medicus Caps, we offer bulk orders of high-quality, sustainable scrub caps in sizes and styles to suit any need. Our custom options allow you to personalise your caps with printed fabric or embroidered logos and names.
All of our caps are designed and manufactured in the UK under one roof for the highest quality control and include latex-free elastic options. We also have a end-of-life recycling program for responsible disposal. Choose Medicus Caps for all of your sustainable scrub cap needs.
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83+ peer-reviewed studies
The Science Behind Reusable Scrub Caps
Comprehensive research evidence on infection control, environmental impact, patient safety, and cost savings from NHS trusts and academic institutions worldwide.
45,708
surgical cases analysed
79%
carbon reduction
83+
peer-reviewed studies
Trusted by NHS trusts across the UK
Sustainability
Environmental Impact
The NHS uses approximately 2.4 million single-use caps in Scotland alone annually. Each takes up to 300 years to decompose.
Disposable bouffant
49
kg CO₂e
vs
Reusable cotton
10
kg CO₂e
79% lower carbon footprint over lifecycle
61%
mean carbon reduction switching to reusables
Meta-analysis, Keil et al. 2023
93%
reduction in solid waste
Lifecycle assessment
16-19
uses needed to break even on carbon
Plymouth NHS Trust pilot
Single operations generate 150-170 kg CO₂e (equivalent to driving 720 km)
Dal Mas et al. 2024Each reusable cap replaces 200-250 disposables annually, preventing 2.5kg plastic waste per staff member
Dal Mas et al. 2024NHS sustainability context
- Operating theatres account for 4-5% of total healthcare carbon emissions
- Single-use items contribute 68% of surgical carbon emissions
- NHS Net Zero target: 2040 for direct emissions
- Switching to reusables could achieve 32% carbon reduction
Patient safety
Patient Safety & Team Communication
Communication failures occur in 30% of operating theatre exchanges. 90% of these failures negatively impact the case.
The hidden risk of anonymity in theatre
30%
of OR communications are failures
Lingard et al. 2004
44%
of staff correctly named by surgery attendings
Birnbach et al. 2017
33%
of nurses rarely recognize attending physicians
Karlsberg & Pierce 2014
The solution: Named caps
Before
42%
After
85%
Name recall after implementing labeled caps
#TheatreCapChallenge
Before
34%
After
14%
Patient care errors from misidentification (59% reduction)
Agarwal et al. 2023
Wong et al., JAMA Network Open
2023
Stanford study: Odds of being called by name increased 13x with labeled caps; 80% reported improved teamwork
n ≈ 1,000
Giordano et al., Health Sci Rep
2025
Systematic review: Labeled caps reduced misidentification errors by 65-78% across included studies
Systematic reviewOur patients tell us that they really like knowing our names, it makes them feel more comfortable during what can be a really stressful time for them.
