STARS HazMat Consulting

Strategic HazMat Solutions, Expertly Delivered.​

About STARS

For chemical shippers, carriers, warehouse operators and logistics teams navigating ever-evolving federal, international and state hazmat regulations, STARS HazMat Consulting delivers hands-on compliance solutions, expert training and audit support—customized to your materials, operational realities and company culture—to improve safety, boost compliance, reduce risk and enhance profitability. Leveraging Founder Wendy Buckley’s 28 years as a former DOT and FRA inspector, we turn regulatory obligations into operational advantages that drive real, long-term results.

With decades of experience and comprehensive knowledge across all transportation modes, we offer a dedicated team of certified professionals for any HazMat consulting need. We have a proven track record of successful implementations and share your commitment to excellence and safety with customized, unique solutions that will meet your specific needs. 

Our Services & Solutions

STARS HazMat Consulting helps people and companies that transport, manufacture, store, distribute, or dispose of hazardous materials to improve regulatory compliance, safety, and profitability through customized solutions that respect your existing culture and operation. We pride ourselves on creating customized solutions designed to address the specific, unique needs of your business with a wide range of options from one-off HazMat audits and consulting projects to ongoing, monthly subscription services for HazMat training and on-demand compliance and regulatory assistance.

HazMat Compliance Management (HCM)

Offload your DOT shipping, EPA RCRA hazardous-waste and OSHA HazCom/PPE duties to STARS HazMat Consulting—whether as your fully outsourced compliance team or as on-demand experts embedded alongside your staff. From high-level strategy (policies, audits, regulator liaison) to day-to-day troubleshooting and cross-department support, we deliver senior-level know-how without the full-time headcount. Stay compliant, efficient and focused on growth—every single day.

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HazMat Helpdesk

Never let a compliance question slow you down. With our Helpdesk subscription, you get unlimited access to seasoned HazMat experts—by phone or email—for a simple, predictable monthly fee. From urgent rule clarifications to troubleshooting unexpected scenarios, we deliver fast, reliable guidance so you can keep operations moving, control costs and stay confidently compliant.

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Comprehensive HazMat Consulting

Keep your hazardous-materials program robust, efficient and cost-effective with STARS HazMat Consulting. We perform in-depth compliance and safety audits, develop tailored procedures and best-practice roadmaps, and optimize warehouse and logistics workflows across rail, truck, maritime and air operations. By translating complex regulations into practical processes, we help you close risk gaps, boost operational efficiency and control costs—so you stay compliant and competitive.

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HazMat Training That Fits Your Team

Whether onsite, live online or self-paced, our HazMat training adapts to your team’s needs. From hands-on classroom sessions and interactive webinars to our STARS HazMat Academy online courses, every program is tailored by role—drivers, transloaders, rail car operators, small-package shippers and beyond—for maximum relevance and impact.

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▶️ Watch our HazMat Training Overview Video – See how our tailored programs fit your team’s needs

Expert Witness

Technical expertise for legal actions, expert witness testimony, incident root cause analysis, resolve or reduce fines from DOT, EPA or OSHA. We are former regulators and now we can put that expertise to use for you!

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Navigate mergers and acquisitions with confidence through our three-phase HazMat due diligence: a confidential pre-LOI compliance and incident review, a deep dive audit of operations and regulatory filings post-LOI, and targeted remediation to close gaps swiftly. Our proven process uncovers risks early, protects deal value and ensures your new venture operates safely and profitably.

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A Reputation for Excellence

Books & Resources

We literally wrote the book on HazMat Transportation! Gain a deeper understanding of the regulations and how to make them work for you!

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 2nd edition coming soon! Due to be published summer 2025!