Abstract: A telescoping motorized lift platform, having a plurality of nested telescoping sidewall columns. The upper sidewall column includes a platform and the remaining sidewall columns have sidewalls extending preferably to the adjacent outer nested sidewall columns. A base structure is included for support of the telescoping motorized lift platform. The base structure is provided with multiple rollers or casters for movement and positioning of the lift platform. The lift platform also includes means for raising and lowering. As the lift platform is raised or lowered, the nested sidewall columns will also raise and lower, providing a continuous shield from contact with the means for raising and lowering.