New apprentice with questions about PPE. I just started my apprenticeship in my local steamfitters union. I know jobs are supposed to provide the proper PPE, but I'd like to purchase a few things just to have of my own, but I'm not sure exactly what will come in handy.

I know I want to pick up gloves and safety glasses (I need prescription and I'd rather get prescription ones than wear them over my glasses) but I'm not sure exactly which types would be best/come in handy most often.

Any insight?

TIA!