Where should ID badges be worn on the uniform at clinical sites?

• A. In the left pocket of the shirt
• B. On the collar
• C. On the sleeve cuff
• D. On the belt loop

Answer: (B)

Clear visibility of your identification is essential in clinical settings so patients and teammates can quickly recognize who you are and your role. Wearing the badge on the collar places it at eye level, making the name and photo easy to read at a glance as you interact with others. This location also stays consistently visible as you move, turn your head, or greet someone, and it’s less likely to be obscured by clothing or covered by sleeves, pockets, or equipment. Placing the badge in a pocket, on a sleeve, or on a belt loop risks it being hidden, damaged, or difficult to see during interactions. For these reasons, the collar is the standard, most readable placement for ID badges in clinical sites.