Roof Bloc 300 - Roof Safety Mesh
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Roof Bloc 300 is Australian made galvanised roof safety mesh, 300 mm by 150 mm aperture, designed to comply with AS/NZS 4389:2015 and tested to Appendix A of that standard by a NATA accredited laboratory. It goes across the purlins or battens and is fixed down before the roof sheets, so it is in place while anyone is still working above the ceiling.
What it is for
The primary job is fall protection for people working on a steel or timber framed roof. The secondary job is supporting synthetic underlay in enclosed roof spaces and foil underlay in exposed ones. It can also support insulation, but check the intended use with the insulation manufacturer first, because not every product is meant to be carried on mesh. Roof safety mesh: when is it required covers where mesh is the right control and what the standard actually specifies.
Specification
Wire is 2.0 mm, galvanised to AS/NZS 4534:2006 W02, with line wires at 500 MPa minimum tensile and cross wires at 450 MPa minimum. Longitudinal wires run at 150 mm centres, cross wires at 300 mm.
Sizes
Three stock widths, all 50 m rolls: 1800 mm covering 90 m², 2250 mm covering 112.5 m² and 2400 mm covering 120 m². The 900 mm and 1200 mm widths are made to special order, and cut to length rolls are available, so ask if your run does not divide neatly.
Limits worth knowing before you order
Not recommended for coastal or seashore sites, or buildings with a high internal moisture load. It is rated for fall protection and underlay support, not as a structural element. Compliance holds only while the mesh is undamaged and installed to the written instructions, by or under the supervision of a licensed builder, so do not use mesh that has been kinked or cut in transit.
Full wire and compliance figures are in the table below.
Technical data
Austral Wire product data sheet (PDF)Sizes stocked
| Width | Roll length | Coverage per roll | Weight per roll | Product code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1800 mm | 50 m | 90 m² | about 24.0 kg | 650050 |
| 2250 mm | 50 m | 112.5 m² | about 27.0 kg | 650070 |
| 2400 mm | 50 m | 120 m² | about 31.0 kg | 650100 |
900 mm and 1200 mm widths are made to special order. Cut to length rolls are also available.
Mesh and wire
| Mesh size | 300 mm x 150 mm |
|---|---|
| Longitudinal wires | At 150 mm centres |
| Cross wires | At 300 mm centres |
| Wire diameter | 2.0 mm |
| Line wire tensile strength | 500 MPa minimum |
| Cross wire tensile strength | 450 MPa minimum |
| Wire coating | Galvanised to AS/NZS 4534:2006 W02 |
| Origin | Made in Australia by Austral Wire Products |
What it is for
| Primary use | Fall protection for anyone working on a steel or timber framed roof |
|---|---|
| Secondary use | Supports synthetic underlay in enclosed roof spaces and foil underlay in exposed roof spaces |
| Insulation support | Can be used to support insulation, but check the intended use and compatibility with the insulation manufacturer first |
| Buildings | Domestic, commercial and industrial |
Compliance
| Standard | Designed to comply with AS/NZS 4389:2015 for roof safety mesh |
|---|---|
| Testing | NATA accredited testing to AS/NZS 4389 Appendix A |
| Installation | Must be installed by or under the supervision of a builder licensed or registered in the relevant state or territory |
Compliance holds only while the mesh is undamaged, installed to the written instructions and used within the limits set out below.
Limits of use
| Not recommended for | Coastal and seashore sites, and buildings with a high internal moisture load |
|---|---|
| Roof only | Rated for fall protection and underlay support, not as a structural element |
| Compatibility | Test compatibility with the building structure materials before installing |
Fitting notes
Runs across the purlins or battens and is fixed down before the roof sheets go on, so it is in place while anyone is still working above the ceiling. Lap and fix it the way the installation instructions set out, since the lap is what carries the load at a joint. Do not use mesh that has been kinked, cut or damaged in transit, because the fall rating depends on the wire being intact. If it is also carrying insulation or underlay, confirm with the insulation supplier that the two work together before you order.
Figures are taken from the Austral Wire Products data sheet for Roof Bloc 300, October 2022. Product codes and roll weights are from the Austral Wire Products Roof Bloc 300 product catalogue, April 2026. The full manufacturer document is linked above. Austral Wire can change specifications without notice, so check the current sheet before specifying on a job.
Common questions
What sizes are stocked and how much does each one cover?
3 options are stocked, running from 1800 mm to 2400 mm. The table above lists each one with the coverage or quantity you get.
Does it meet Australian standards?
Standard: Designed to comply with AS/NZS 4389:2015 for roof safety mesh.
How is it installed?
Runs across the purlins or battens and is fixed down before the roof sheets go on, so it is in place while anyone is still working above the ceiling. Lap and fix it the way the installation instructions set out, since the lap is what carries the load at a joint. Do not use mesh that has been kinked, cut or damaged in transit, because the fall rating depends on the wire being intact. If it is also carrying insulation or underlay, confirm with the insulation supplier that the two work together before you order.
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Figures are taken from the Austral Wire Products data sheet for Roof Bloc 300, October 2022. Product codes and roll weights are from the Austral Wire Products Roof Bloc 300 product catalogue, April 2026. The full manufacturer document is linked above. Austral Wire can change specifications without notice, so check the current sheet before specifying on a job.