Abstract: A sterile cover for the handle on a surgical light is comprised of an integrally formed disposable plastic sheath generally in the shape of a unibody hollow cylinder with either a hollow inverse conical-shaped member or a dish shaped member at an open end of the cylinder. An alternative embodiment of the invention relates to an adapter kit having an adapter bushing, an adapter handle for threaded or snap-on attachment to the stud on any of a variety of lighting fixtures and sterile covers to allow the covers to be used on light fixtures having different sizes of handle mounting studs.