How to make an info pack for a tool

You will need:

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Template or pick up files
  • Colored paper
  • Access to a picture

Step 1 – Create a design file

  • Copy one of the existing data pack INDD Files
  • Add the specific tool information for the tool you are making the pack for
  • Create a PDF and verify the information is correct  with the steward or team

Step 2 – Print and Laminate

It is easiest to print several information packages at once.

  • Place the pages in the INDD file according to what colored paper they need to be printed out on
  • Print them on the correct colored paper
  • Trim them out of the pages
  • Laminate them with at least a 1/8 inch border
  • Trim out of the lamination
  • Punch a hole in the upper left-hand corner
  • Attach to a key ring and magnet
  • Attach to the relevant tool

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