Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about the Safety and Access test via the XS Kiosk at our service point Maasvlakte Plaza.
To ensure a smooth and efficient process, you will be invited in phases by ECT. Once ECT has contacted you, a time slot can be booked according to the instructions received.
We are very sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, you can only take the test again after 3 months. If you have any questions about this, please contact ECT.
Before taking the test, you must accept the ECT terms and conditions and agree to settlement via XS-Pay. You can easily enable XS Pay in the XS-ID Online portal. Go to Company details and scroll down to Additional services. Then enable the required service
All drivers with a valid CargoCard will be personally contacted by ECT when they are required to take the test. After receiving the invitation, the driver can select a date and time to take the test at our service point Maasvlakte Plaza. To be able to take the Safety and Access test, you must agree to the ECT terms and conditions in the Secure Logistics customer portal XS-ID Online.
To prepare, a gate instruction video is shared in the invitation email and via MyTerminal. Please note: the video is not available on site, so make sure to watch it before coming to Maasvlakte Plaza.
A CargoCard with facial recognition is required to take the test. Please bring your CargoCard with you to your appointment at our service point Maasvlakte Plaza.
You can find the gate instruction video in the invitation email you personally received from ECT and on MyTerminal.
Please note: the video is not available on site at Maasvlakte Plaza and must be watched in advance.
The test can be taken in three languages: Dutch, English and German. The gate video is available with subtitles in several languages: German, French, Polish, Romanian, Bulgarian and Spanish.
No, this is unfortunately not permitted.
If you have not yet passed the safety test, you can still access the ECT site for now. From September 2026, the test will be required for access to the terminal. Make sure you have passed the test before that date.