Starter Bar for Scaffold Stair Unit
The Scaffold Stair Unit Starter Bar (SKU: STAIR-STARTER-BAR) is a small but absolutely critical component required for installing the lowest flight of stairs in any compliant vertical access scaffold tower. This piece performs the essential task of anchoring the base of the stair unit. Therefore, it ensures the entire stair system remains structurally secure and stable during ascent and descent. The starter bar provides the necessary connection point to the scaffold frame. Consequently, this secure attachment is mandatory for meeting professional safety standards on the job site.
Beyond its primary function of securing the stairs, the starter bar also serves a crucial protective role. It is designed to lift and hold the bottom of the stair unit off the ground. Furthermore, by preventing direct contact with the ground, the bar protects the stair unit’s base from premature wear, mud, dirt, and corrosion, significantly extending the lifespan of the stair unit itself. This robust construction, typically made from heavy-duty steel, guarantees longevity. Thus, the starter bar maintains the integrity of the base level, regardless of terrain conditions.
Professionals cannot build a safe and compliant stair access tower without this starter bar. It ensures the stairs are correctly oriented and solidly fastened to the scaffold structure. The reliability of this specialized component directly contributes to the overall safety of the scaffold system. Moreover, keeping replacement starter bars available minimizes downtime and ensures that any damaged or misplaced bar can be quickly exchanged, allowing work to continue efficiently. We commit to offering only the highest quality, professional-grade scaffold accessories that guarantee safe and reliable vertical access.
Detailed Specifications:
- SKU: STAIR-STARTER-BAR
- Function: Secures the bottom of the stair unit to the scaffolding
- Application: Required for the lowest flight of scaffold stairs
- Key Benefit: Keeps the stair unit off the ground to prevent wear and damage
- Material (Inferred): Heavy-duty steel construction
Helpful Links
- Browse our complete selection of compatible Scaffold Frames and Accessories for your build.
- Review official OSHA guidelines for proper operation and safety.



